Land Use and Transportation Element (LUTE) Planning & Policy Development

The contract pertains to the development of updated land use and transportation policies for the City of Oakland, aligned with a vision of a "city of neighborhoods" that prioritizes equitable, sustainable, and resilient urban growth. The work involves crafting comprehensive strategies that enhance multimodal transportation networks, promote climate resilience, and ensure equitable access to mobility and infrastructure across all communities. The scope requires careful integration of environmental compliance under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) to assess and mitigate potential impacts while advancing the city’s long-term planning goals. The effort will focus on revising foundational planning documents to reflect contemporary demands around housing, transit, active transportation, and environmental justice, with an emphasis on reducing emissions, improving public health, and strengthening community connectivity. The subcontract is tied to the NAICS code 541620, indicating it involves architectural, engineering, and related services for urban planning. All work will be performed in Oakland, California, and must align with the city’s broader objectives for inclusive urban development and climate adaptation, ensuring policies are both legally defensible and responsive to the needs of diverse neighborhoods.